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‘Gone to soon’ – remembering our fallen celebrities

Although it is quite literally one of the only things that are guaranteed in life, death is and has always been a difficult thing to come to terms with and unfortunately, it is a reality we all have to face at some point.

We often forget that this fate also applies to even our favourite celebrities, and that is caused by the pedestal we usually put these individuals on that makes us forget about their humanity. Every year, we lose several celebrities and this year was no different as it saw the passing of a significant amount of prominent names, both young and old.

We remember the people who although we did not know personally, left a mark on countless hearts and lives through the work they did while they were still alive. Although they are no longer with us, their impact will live long after they have left.

Connie Chiume

05 June 1952- 06 August 2024

 

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Sello Motloung 

04 November 1970-19 September 2024

 

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Adrian Alper 

03 April 1973- 13 May 2024

Mpho Sebeng

1 December 1992- 5 May 2024

 

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Malome Vector

4 July 1992- 24 July 2024

 

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Luke Fleurs

03 March 2000- 03 April 2024

 

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Dingaan Thobela

24 September 1966- 29 April 2024

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Sandile Ngwenya (Mapaputsi) 

11 February (year not specified)- 06 September 2024

Dr Jessica Mbangeni 

22 August 1997 – 31 August 2024

 

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Darlington Micheals

1946 – 13 September 2024

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